Leo B. Martinez
September 20, 1935 ~ April 7, 2023
Born in:
Arroya Agua, New Mexico
Resided in:
Pueblo, Colorado
Rosary Service for Leo and Vicenta Martinez:
It is with heavy hearts we share the sudden loss of our beloved father Leo B. Martinez. Leo was born on September 20, 1935, in Arroyo Agua, New Mexico and received his angel wings on April 7, 2023, with family at his side. At the time of his passing, he was 87 years of age and resided in Pueblo, CO.
Leo was a loving husband, father, brother, and grandfather. He loved his family enormously and dedicated his life to being the caring husband and father he was. Leo enjoyed fishing and hunting in the local mountain ranges especially with his sons and friends. For nearly 68 years he enjoyed his love filled home with his beloved wife, Vicenta (Vicky) in Leadville and later in Pueblo. Leo retired from the Climax mine followed by several years working for City Market in Vail. He so enjoyed the many friends he was so fortunate to have both in the Leadville and Pueblo communities.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Vicenta Martinez; his parents, Jose and Rosita Martinez; his three sons, Melvin, Bruce and Stanley Martinez; twelve siblings and many family relatives.
Leo is survived by his sons, Alvin and Joseph Martinez; daughters, Janet and Melinda Martinez, and Vickie Garcia. He is also survived by eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
The Family wishes to express their sincere appreciation for the sympathy, comforting words, prayers and all expressions of kindness and concern. May God continue to bless you.
The following services are in memory of both Leo and his wife, Vicky. Rosary, 6 p.m. Thursday, April 20, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel. Memorial Mass, 9:30 a.m. Friday, April 21, at Cathedral of the Sacred Heart located at 414 W 11th Street in Pueblo. Information on a reception to celebrate their lives to be provided. Online condolences, www.MontgomerySteward.com
Services
Rosary: April 20, 2023 6:00 pm
Montgomery & Steward Funeral Chapel
1317 N. Main Street
Pueblo, CO 81003
719-542-1552
http://www.montgomerysteward.com
Memorial Mass: April 21, 2023 9:30 am
Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
11th St. & Grand Ave.
Pueblo, CO 81003
719-542-1552
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So sorry to hear about Leo. I have some great memories of him from Nylene acres and when we worked on the muck crew at Climax mine. Arguably, one of the most dangerous crews since we handled dynamite and explosives and had get into those fingers to loosen the rock.Leo held one of the most dangerous positions in the mine and that being of a hangman. Three of us could load a 27 ton muck load trains out of 309, 311 stork level one of the rockiest part of the mine, in under 10 minutes never breaking a cable and the train stopping. We were a great crew. And I was right at a high school and the youngest man on that crew. RIP my friend. Our sincere condolences and prayers for your family!
So sorry to hear about Leo. I have some great memories of him from Nylene Acres and when we worked on the muck crew at Climax Mine. Arguably, one of the most dangerous crews since we handled explosives and had to get into those fingers to loosen the rock and there was always a possibility of a Slusher cable breaking. Leo held one of the most dangerous positions in the mine and that being of a hangman. Three of us could load a 2 muck train out of 309, 311 drift on stork level one of the rockiest part of the mine, in under 10 minutes never breaking a cable and the train never stopping. We were a great crew and one of the most productive. I was right at a high school and the youngest man on that crew. RIP my friend. Our sincere condolences and prayers for your family!
So sorry to hear about Leo. I have some great memories of him when we lived at Nylene Acres and when we worked together on the Muck crew at Climax. He was a hangman the most dangerous position one could hold at the mine. We could load a muck train in under 10 mins out of Stork 309 – 311 one of the rockiest areas never breaking a slusher cable or having the train stop. Rest in peace my friend. Our sincere condolences and prayers for the Martinez family.
RIP Tio Leo. You will be missed.🙏❤️
Tom s
Our condolences to Alvin and the Martinez Family. Our prayers are with you all. May your heart find solace in remembering their light, beauty and laughter. If there is anything you need please let us know.
Jeanette War & Family
Our condolences to Alvin and the Martinez Family. Our prayers are with you all. May your heart find solace in remembering their light, beauty and laughter. If there is anything you need please let us know.
Nino and Nina,
I will miss you both very much but you will always be in my heart forever. I have alot of memories of you both. RIP along with your families in Heaven. I love you both.
Uncle Leo you are reunited with Tia Vicenta. May you both fly high with
the angels. You will be missed 😢 💔 RIP UNCLE LEO…Prayers 🙏and hugs🫂 for all the family.❤️
Nino and Nina,
I will always have you in my heart and have the wonderfull memories that I have had with you. I will always love you both forever. Until we meet again, RIP with your siblings and parents in heaven.
I always enjoyed working with Leo at Lake County High School. He was a great guy who always had a smile on his face and a great sense of humor. Our condolences to the entire family.
Rick and Judy Ince
We know we can’t make your pain go away, but we want you to know we here for you with a shoulder to cry on or an ear to listen with, or anything else you may need. Love and Prayers for all of your family.
I know we can’t make your pain go away, but we want you to know we here for you with a shoulder to cry on or an ear to listen with, or anything else you may need. Love and Prayers for all of your family.
Niño and Niña,
I will always cherish the times I went to visit you in Leadville and all the other times we were able to see each other. You’ll always have a special place in my heart.
Love your God son,
Derwin, Angeline and Family
Uncle Leo, Rest In Peace with your Beloved wife, Tia Vicenta. Sending Love and Condolences to the family. May our LORD give you strength to get through this most difficult time. ((HUGS))
Love,
Kiki, Beatriz y Victoria